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Name	Italian Greyhound	Norfolk Terrier	Pocket Beagle
Origins	Italy	United Kingdom	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier	Mini Beagle Miniature Beagle Olde English Pocket Beagle Teacup Beagle Toy Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Norfolk Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle weight comparison:	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8 pounds (4 kg)	11 pounds (5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$2000-$2500	$500-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Pocket Beagle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle trainability comparison.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable	Curious Loving Happy Intelligent Lively Gentle Sociable Sweet Watchful Calm Determined Brave
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Pocket Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle social needs comparison:	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Pocket Beagle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Pocket Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greyhound indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Pocket Beagle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Pocket Beagle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pocket Beagle dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pocket Beagle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pocket Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pocket Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	No data available	Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cryptorchidism Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome Eye Diseases Cleft Lip Cleft Palate Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Funny Puppy Syndrome Hermaphroditism Epiphyseal Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pocket Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Italian Greyhound, Norfolk Terrier and Pocket Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Pocket Beagle: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle energy level comparison:	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Pocket Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pocket Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Pocket Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Pocket Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry Shaggy	Smooth Short
Colors What are the original Italian Greyhound, Norfolk Terrier and Pocket Beagle color?	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Cream White Brown Liver Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Pocket Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pocket Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Pocket Beagle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pocket Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Pocket Beagle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pocket Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pocket Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Pocket Beagle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Pocket Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	Yes Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norfolk Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pocket Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norfolk Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pocket Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.	Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pocket Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Italian Greyhound or Norfolk Terrier or Pocket Beagle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle?	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pocket Beagle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Italian Greyhound and Norfolk Terrier and Pocket Beagle have?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Italian Greyhound vs Norfolk Terrier vs Pocket Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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